We watched this example of how to multiply two digit numbers, and have been batting 1.000 on every combination. It's hard to say how well the trick holds up to your standard "multiply and carry" method, but for those my-way-or-the-highway classrooms, hopefully this proves there's more than one way to skin a chick.. eh, carry a ten. Be sure to bookmark the Magical Maths site which is filled with games, lesson plans, jokes, tips, tricks, and practical advice on math and math instruction.

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